Tag Archives: Rosalind Russell

Five Fun Facts about His Girl Friday (1940)

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Annmarie Gatti

Five Fun Facts about His Girl Friday ….. 1) Hildy was originally a man His Girl Friday was adapted from the 1928 Broadway play, The Front Page, which, in turn, was adapted into the 1931 film The Front Page. All … Continue reading →

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The Funny Papers: In Praise of Hildy and His Girl Friday

Posted on June 16, 2020 by Kellee Pratt

In Praise of Hildy and HIS GIRL FRIDAY A raven-haired beauty. She’s a tall drink of water and commands the room with her confidence and radiance, with a wit as sharp as her perfectly slanted hat and Kalloch suit. Only … Continue reading →

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Classic Movie Travels: Rosalind Russell

Posted on June 14, 2019 by Annette Bochenek

Classic Movie Travels: Rosalind Russell – Connecticut and San Francisco Throughout her career, Rosalind Russell portrayed a wide range of strong female characters. From her witty performance as Hildy Johnson in His Girl Friday (1940) to Mame Dennis in Auntie … Continue reading →

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Mini Tribute: Ida Lupino

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Born February 4, 1918 Ida Lupino! Ida Lupino appeared in over 100 roles including They Drive by Night, The Sea Wolf, High Sierra, The Hard Way, Road House, On Dangerous Ground and Escape Me Never. In 1949 Lupino stepped behind … Continue reading →

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